Diane Ruggiero
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Dedicated Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering expert clinical skills and judgment. Delivers top-notch care to patients with diverse surgical histories. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients.
39 years of experience working with medical, general surgery, orthopedic and neurological patients.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1984
1984
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health East Rockledge Hispital
Rockledge, Florida
07.1989 - 04.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to treatments.
- Provided compassionate care and support to diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Assisted in emergency situations, ensuring rapid response and stabilization.
- Recorded vital signs and maintained accurate patient documentation.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify needs and coordinate services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Education
Diploma Nutse - Registered Nurse
St Vincent’s Hospital School of Nursing
09.1979 - 12.1983
West Islip High School
West Islip, NYSkills
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Patient assessment
- Infection control procedures
- Patient education
- Care plan development
- Regulatory compliance
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Emotional support provision
- Training and mentoring
- Infection control measures
- SBAR communication
- IV drug therapy management
- Patient assessments
- Family and patient support
- ADL assistance
- Emergency response
- Performing ekgs
- Wound care
- Direct nursing care
- Intake and discharge
- Patient evaluation
- G-tube care
- Feeding pumps
- Electronic health records management
- Team coordination
- Treatment Planning
- Nursing plan development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health East Rockledge Hispital
07.1989 - 04.2025
Diploma Nutse - Registered Nurse
St Vincent’s Hospital School of Nursing
09.1979 - 12.1983
West Islip High School
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